Quantum m-out-of- nOblivious Transfer

Title: Quantum m-out-of- nOblivious Transfer

Research Question: How can we create a secure and efficient method for transmitting information between two parties, where one party can receive only a specific number of bits from the other party, without knowing which bits were received?

Methodology: The researchers proposed a quantum m-out-of- nOblivious Transfer (QOT) scheme based on the transmission of polarized light. They used the principles of quantum physics to create a protocol that allows Alice to send n bits to Bob, who can choose to receive only m of them, without Alice knowing which bits Bob received.

Results: The researchers showed that their QOT scheme is robust to general attacks, meaning that it satisfies statistical correctness and statistical privacy. This means that the protocol works as intended most of the time, providing a secure and efficient method for transmitting information.

Implications: The development of the QOT scheme has significant implications for the field of cryptography and secure communication. It demonstrates the potential of quantum physics to improve the security and efficiency of information transmission methods. The QOT scheme could be used as a foundation for the development of new cryptographic protocols and applications.

Link to Article: https://arxiv.org/abs/0311039v2 Authors: arXiv ID: 0311039v2